Agri Politics
Former ICSA president: No regrets about running in local elections
The former president of the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association (ICSA) Dermot Kelleher has said that he has no...
local elections 2024
Agri Politics
Cahill: FF should not go back into government with Greens
Chair of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine, and Fianna Fáil TD Jackie Cahill believes his...
Sponsored
Native Tree Area Scheme makes planting trees easier
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
Agri Politics
Watch: Kenmare Mart manager dances back to council seat
Independent councillor and manager of Kenmare Mart, Dan McCarthy livened up the count centre in Co. Kerry last night (Monday,...
Agri Politics
Former IFA sheep chair misses out on council seat in Leitrim
The former chair of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) Sheep Committee Kevin Comiskey has been unsuccessful in his local election...
Rural Life
Voting underway in local, European and Limerick Mayoral elections
Following months of campaigning by candidates across the country, today (Friday, June 7) will see the electorate have their say...
Agri Politics
Election 2024: How does proportional representation work?
Ireland has the distinction of using one of the most complex systems of voting in the world when electing TDs,...
Agri Politics
Take some time off the tractor and vote in Friday's elections - Brady
Whichever candidates farmers choose in this Friday’s (June 7) elections, the most important thing is that they exercise their right...
Agri Politics
Nitrates derogation and CAP budget in Fine Gael election pledges
Retaining Ireland’s nitrates derogation and increasing the next Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) budget are among the list of election pledges...
Sponsored
Watch: Offaly farmer makes big savings by 'going solar'
Imagine standing on your farm, knowing you have taken steps to secure its future. The sun is shining, not just...
Agri-Business
AgTech Ireland: Election candidates must support agtech sector
AgTech Ireland is urging local and European election candidates to support the role of agtech businesses in the future of...
Agri Politics
ICMSA warns election candidates not to expect voter loyalty
President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers’ Association (ICMSA), Denis Drennan, has today (Tuesday, May 14) launched the ‘ICMSA Guide...
Agri Politics
Green Party plan for more water inspectors and vacant property CPOs
The Green Party has published its local election manifesto which outlines actions such as compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) for vacant...
Agri Politics
Independent Ireland recruits Galway cllr. for local elections
The recently formed new rural party, Independent Ireland has announced another recruit to run on behalf of the party in...
Agri Politics
New rural party announces first candidate for local elections
Independent Ireland has announced its first candidate for the Local Elections 2024 – Cllr. Shane P O’Reilly in Co. Cavan....